What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) position at South Coast Pediatric Physical Therapy?
About Us
South Coast Pediatric Physical Therapy has been serving families in Orange County for nearly 40 years, providing compassionate, evidence-based care to children from infancy through young adulthood. As a multidisciplinary clinic offering physical, occupational, and speech therapy, we are known for our clinical excellence, collaborative culture, and deep commitment to partnering with families.
The Role
We are looking to hire a Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) who is passionate about working with children and families in a supportive, team-oriented environment. This is an on-site role where you will evaluate and treat a diverse pediatric population while collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team. Creativity is a must!
What You’ll Do
- Evaluate pediatric patients and identify areas of need in motor development, strength, coordination, and mobility
- Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans
- Provide engaging, play-based therapy sessions tailored to each child
- Educate and partner with families to support progress outside of sessions
- Collaborate with occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other team members
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation (evaluations, daily notes, progress reports)
- Contribute to a positive, supportive clinic culture
Who You Are
- Active California PTA license
- Passion for working with children and families
- Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills
- Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset
- Pediatric experience preferred (new grads welcome with strong interest in pediatrics)
What Makes SCPPT Different
- Established, trusted clinic with a 40-year reputation in the community
- Predictable schedule and consistent patient volume so you can focus on quality care, not chasing hours.
- Collaborative multidisciplinary team (PT/OT/Speech)
- We love mentoring new grads!
- Family-centered care model—we don’t just treat the child, we partner with the family
- Positive, encouraging work environment focused on both clinical excellence and team culture, 6,000 square foot facility that allows for plenty of fun and milestone breakthroughs to happen on a daily basis
Compensation & Benefits
- $55,000–$68,000 annually (depending on experience)
- Salaried position with a consistent caseload (no productivity-based pay model)
- This means you get paid whether your patient shows up or not :) no need to stress about filling your vacancies!
- Health and vision insurance (for eligible employees)
- Retirement plan with company matching (for eligible employees)
- FSA health account (for eligible employees)
- Paid time off and holidays
- Opportunities for mentorship and professional growth
- Continuing education reimbursement
Join Our Team
If you’re looking for a place where you can grow clinically, build meaningful relationships with families, and be part of a team that genuinely cares, you’ll fit right in at South Coast Pediatric Physical Therapy.
Salary : $55,000 - $68,000